This animated song is about a ladybug who lands on a boy. The ladybug moves to different parts of the body (head, elbow, thumb, etc.) which are named in the song. The words to the song appear at the bottom of the screen and are highlighted are they a...re mentioned in the song. Song is call and echo format. Mr. Leto sings and the children echo his words. (2:52)[more]

This video uses an electronic black board with different-colored 'pens'. Using what we know about angles students need to figure out the measurement of the other angles in the figure that is drawn. The video should be paused then restarted for solu...tion. Narrator mentions that this is good practice for SAT’s. This could also be a challenge for high level middle school students. Good quality video. Good for middle elementary and middle school students. (09:01)[more]

Scientists estimate that there are currently 50,000 invasive plant and animal species in America - and that number's sure to rise. Mark Strassmann reports in this CBS news special. Some animals discussed are Asian Silver Carp, African Killer Honey B...ees, a South American Rodent, and the Burmese Python. One plant discussed includes Kudzu, also insects, mussels, and giant slugs. The video talks about the pros and cons of bringing animals and plants from other parts of the world into America, including the expensive monetary concerns involved with control of some invasive species. (9:46)[more]